ROBERT GEORGE MAXWELL

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ROBERT GEORGE MAXWELL It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Robert on Thursday, November 24, 2011, at the age of 73. Left to cherish his memory his sons, Mark (Kim) and Melvin (Shawna); grandchildren, Brett (Leslie), Danielle (Kurt), Andrew, and Jessica; as well as his great-grandson, Kade. Robert will be sadly missed by his brother, Russell (Joan); sisters, Lillian (Norman) and Mona (Bob); nephews, Curtis, Teddy, and Wayne; nieces, Sandra, Donna, Carolynn, Wendy and their families; as well as numerous cousins. Robert also leaves to mourn Audrey's family, his sister-in-law, Jean; brothers-in-law, Neal (Darlene), Alvin (Betty), Don, Monty and their families. Robert was predeceased by his wife, Audrey, in 2009; parents, Russell and Violet; Audrey's parents, George and Clara Hardy; brothers-in-law, Morris and Nick; sisters-in-law, Alice, Peggy and Charlotte. Robert was born in Winnipeg and grew up on the family farm in Rosser. He met the love of his life, Audrey Hardy, in 1957. They were married in October of 1961, and took up residence on the Maxwell family farm. This is where they built their life together that spanned 48 years. They were blessed with sons, Mark and Melvin. Robert was born a farmer. He loved being a farmer, whether it was working on the family farm or helping the neighbors. Robert was a great husband, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. There wasn't anything Robert could not fix, from machinery to our everyday disasters. He was often called upon for his expertise and opinion, whether he needed to be a mechanic or a plumber, and etc. Robert was a member of the Rockwood Ag Society. Dad was a Case man and took great pleasure in restoring his antique farm equipment. Robert and Audrey enjoyed traveling to the agriculture fairs and parades throughout the summer. He could also build exact working replicas out of woodno plans or instructions required. Wherever Dad went, his faithful side kicks, Snickers and Ozzy were by his side. Dad enjoyed bird watching, quadding, snowmobiling and spending time with his children and grandchildren. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Uncle Russell and Aunt Joan, Aunt Mona, Sandra and Donna for always being there for him and brightening his day. Honorary pallbearers: Russell Maxwell, Bill Hyde, Sandra Gibb, Jean Hardy, Wally Bilecky, Curtis Maxwell, and Kade Maxwell We will miss you Robert! Funeral services to take place Tuesday, November 29, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lilyfield Church. Interment to follow at Lilyfield Cemetery. Fellowship celebrating his life will take place at the South Interlake Agriculture Society. Flowers gratefully declined. Friends, who so desire, may make a donation in Robert's memory to the Lilyfield United Church. MacKenzie Funeral Home, Stonewall in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 28, 2011